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Dear Friend,
Pride around our country was so many things this year — it was a season of joy, of resistance, and of hope. We marched in parades (so many parades!), davened together at Pride Shabbats, gathered in community for bagel brunches and twilight picnics, and so much more. We’re reveling in the delight, strength, and solidarity we experienced with you — from Massachusetts to New York to D.C., from Florida to Illinois to Texas to California.
Boston Pride, MA
San Francisco Pride, CA
Trinity Pride, TX
In a deeply challenging time, we were bolstered by the Jewish queer resilience we felt being our full selves, together. It was a critical reminder that we are beautiful, we are strong, and we are certainly not alone.
Jew York Pride, NY
Aurora Pride, IL
Miami Pride, FL
Every year, we work closely with local and national partners to ensure the safety and belonging of LGBTQ+ Jews at Pride events, and we’re proud to say that 2025 was another success. Keshet joined more than 50 Pride events in a dozen different states across the country during the month of June, alone. Partner organizations and individual leaders also hosted 15 Trans Pride Shabbats, a new initiative from Thrive: The Jewish Coalition to Defend Trans and LGBQ+ Youth.
Greater Chicago Jewish Fest, IL
Temple Sinai Pride Shabbat, TX
World Pride, D.C.
May we bring the joy, resistance, and hope of Pride month with us into the fights that lie ahead.
With Pride,
The Keshet Staff
TAKE ACTION WITH KESHET
LGBTQ+ Community Forum: Safety and Solidarity. The 2025 Texas legislative session has ended, but our work continues. Join Texas community leaders for a series of expert panels on LGBTQ+ belonging, navigating healthcare resources, and reviewing the legislative landscape. Join us to get answers to your questions and connect with community. Sunday, August 17, 1pm CT. Register.
Across the country, we’re witnessing a surge of harmful legislation and rhetoric targeting trans, nonbinary, and intersex people, seeking to strip away fundamental rights. We need Jewish communities to stand up and affirm the dignity and humanity of all people. You are invited to sign our Jewish Pledge to Affirm the Dignity of Trans, Nonbinary, and Intersex People, and take action today.
LEARN WITH KESHET
Shivyon: Keshet’s Equality Project is a year-long training and consultation program to help Jewish institutions become communities of LGBTQ+ belonging. It’s more important than ever that your Jewish community be ready to protect and affirm LGBTQ+ members. Bring Shivyon to your community! Email H. Henschel to learn more.
We are currently accepting applications for the following cohorts:
Jewish Social Justice Roundtable Shivyon Cohort. Open to member organizations of the Jewish Social Justice Roundtable, with a sliding scale fee. If the fee is a barrier, please reach out to us! Launches with two virtual Days of Learning, October 30 and November 6. Learn more and apply.
- Conservative/Masorti-Affiliated Congregations and Organizations Cohort. Open to Conservative/Masorti movement-affiliated organizations and congregations, and offered free of charge, thanks to the generosity of our partners! Launches with two virtual Days of Learning, November 11 and November 18. Learn more and apply.
Request a Training, Speaker, or Advocacy Event. Bring Keshet to your community! We can host a training or advocacy event to teach you how to take action, and you can request a speaker for an upcoming LGBTQ+ event in your congregation. Learn more.
KESHET EVENTS
Online Summertime Hangouts. We’re thrilled to announce our online hangouts for LGBTQ+ Jewish teens are extending through the summer! All LGBTQ+ Jewish youth ages 13-18 are invited to join us for community, games, and joy this summer. Our next meeting is Thursday, July 17, 8pm ET. Register.
QJOC Kinship Affinity Space. Join our monthly meeting for LGBTQ+ Jews of Color, as we gather to recharge, share laughs, and build community. Tuesday, July 29, 7pm ET. Register.
Pacific Northwest Shabbaton. Our magical weekend retreat for LGBTQ+ Jewish teens is coming to the PNW! LGBTQ+ & ally Jewish teens in grades 7-12 (ages 13-18) are invited to join us November 14-16. Register.
Persecuted for being LGBTQ+ in Trump country, they now have a chance to start over someplace new, The Forward
She revolutionized the world for LGBTQ Jews, and now she’s ready for a new challenge, The Forward
Jewish orgs offer defense of LGBTQ+ rights under attack by Trump admin, Jewish News of Arizona
10 Years After Obergefell by Amram Altzman
Winning in Florida…Again! by David Weitzman
The Harm Skrmetti Has Already Caused by Issac Young
COMMUNITY EVENTS
LGBTQ+ Fertility Support Group. Join Keshet partner Jewish Fertility Foundation for their national peer-to-peer support group for LGBTQ+ individuals going through a fertility journey. Discover community and connect with resources tailored to your fertility needs. Monday, August 4, 8pm ET. Register.
More Than Rainbows: Nurturing LGBTQ+ Children in Jewish Life. Join this virtual workshop series hosted by Keshet and Response for Teens. Created for parents, we’ll equip you with the tools you need to support youth of all gender identities and sexual orientations, so that you can be a vital source of allyship and support. Sessions start Wednesday, August 6, 7pm CT. Register.
